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ACACIA kempeana 1000g
Witchetty Bush
Family: Fabaceae
Sub-family: Mimosaceae
Characteristics: Fast-growing Shrub 3 to 5 metres.
Seed per packet: Approx 30
Seed per gram: Approx. 100
A fast-growing spreading shrub with many stems or small trees typically to a height of 3 to 5 m that produces right golden rods of cylindrical flowers occur in clusters 2 to 4cm long between January or April and September depending on conditions. Flowers are followed by papery pods. The pods are around 7 cm long and contain the seed.
Like most species of Acacia, it has phyllodes rather than true leaves.
The phyllodes are blue-green phyllodes that are slightly curved, broad and blunt 10 cm long.
Occurrs predominantly in the arid and semi-arid regions of central and northern Australia with pockets occurring in all states except Tasmania.
Prefers well-drained soil in an open sunny position, drought and frost tolerant.
For best results, sow the seeds in spring or early summer. Sowings in autumn and winter may result in slow germination, weaker seedlings, or germination failure.
- soak in water for 24-48 hours.
- Next, soak seeds in near boiling water overnight to help soften the tough exterior and improve germination.
- Sow the seeds to a depth equal to the seed's width.
Germination: Typically occurs within two weeks.
Please note:
- Please do not be too hasty to discard seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lay dormant until the conditions are similar to their natural germination requirements.
- As with all seeds, they must have adequate water to germinate, keep them moist but not too wet.
- These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.
- The customer should do their due diligence that they are suited to their region.
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Importing to Tasmania Prohibited